<p>In what will be their first meeting of the 2025/26 NBA regular season, the two teams are among the best in the league. The Knicks have been dominant recently, having won six straight games (prior to their clash with the Washington Wizards).</p> <p>The Nuggets have been up and down more recently, but they remain a threat, especially when they play on the road. Before their trip to the Detroit Pistons, they were 19-7 away from home.</p> <p>Read on for our Knicks vs Nuggets betting predictions…</p> <h2>Quick Picks</h2> <p><strong>Our pick</strong>: Knicks to win</p> <p><strong>Value bet</strong>: Under 225-230 total points</p> <p><strong>Long shot</strong>: Towns to record a double-double</p> <h2>Betting Preview</h2> <p>While the Nuggets have been strong on the road, MSG has been a fortress for the Knicks this season. They are 20-6 this season when playing at home. They've also won the last three matches played at this venue between these two teams. Results included:</p> <ul> <li>Jan 2025: Knicks 122-112 Nuggets</li> <li>Jan 2024: Knicks 122-84 Nuggets</li> <li>March 2023: Knicks 116-110 Nuggets</li> </ul> <p>Two other games were played between March 2023 and Jan 2024 in Denver, with both winning once.</p> <p>As noted, the Knicks will enter the game on the back of impressive form. This should make them a favourite heading into the contest.</p> <h2>Betting Markets to Watch</h2> <p>The Knicks have been consistent against the spread, making the handicap market one worth exploring for potential value. Expected to be the favourite, they are likely to have a line of around -3 to -5. They're 5-0 ATS in their last 5, and 8-3 ATS at home. If you're new to <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/punter-iq/guide/how-to-bet-on-the-nba">how to bet on the NBA</a>, understanding these trends can be valuable.</p> <p>Both teams are dealing with significant injuries to their main starters, which could impact the number of points scored in this one. We think this market is worth exploring for value if the line is set between 225 and 230 points, and we're going with the Under as being the likely outcome. The Knicks have only gone over this total once in their last five, while the Nuggets have been under in three of their last eight away games.</p> <p>With both teams having a top-10 defence, we don't think there will be an abundance of points in this game.</p> <h2>Our Prediction</h2> <p>Check the latest <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/basketball-us/nba">NBA betting odds</a> at Sportsbet.</p> <p>Our betting prediction is that the Knicks cover the spread and win this game. They have been exceptionally strong at home this season, and with the Nuggets banged up, we think the Knicks will likely exploit this.</p> <p>Karl-Anthony Towns to have a double-double offers value worth considering, as he has accomplished this six times in his last 10 matches. For more <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/tips">NBA tips and predictions</a>, check out our latest analysis.</p> <h2>Keep Reading</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/what-is-a-triple-double">Triple-doubles explained — and why they matter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-positions-explained-basketball-roles">Point guard to centre — every position on the court explained</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-plus-minus-explained">The plus-minus stat and what it actually tells us</a></li> </ul>